| Gore Bay & Western Manitoulin Museum |
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705-282-2040
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| http://www.gorebay.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=43&Itemid=63 |
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12 Dawson St.
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| Manitoulin Island, Ontario P0P 1H0 |
| Discipline(s): Dance, Heritage, Media Arts, Multi-Disciplinary, Music/Opera, Theatre, Visual Arts |
| Scope: Professional |
| Municipality: Town of Gore Bay |
| Primary Role: Museum |
| Secondary Role: Education |
| How We Operate: Primarily operate in full-time owned or leased facilities |
| Touring Program: Yes |
| Ethno-Cultural Focus: Yes |
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The property was originally a jailhouse/jailer's residence, now it is converted to represent the history of early settlers with exquisite displays which will take you back in time. A newer addition to the museum hosts mesmerizing art exhibits. The museum also has a variety of books on current exhibits, fossils and boating. This building is located a 5 minute walk from the marina.
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